Festival of Trees slated for Dec. 16

Tuesday

FALL RIVER -- The annual Festival of Trees promises to be even bigger and better this year with decorated trees, a full day of live entertainment, holiday treats and fun for the entire family.

A fundraiser for The Herald News Holiday Fund, held in partnership with the Creative Arts Network, the Festival of Trees is slated for Saturday, Dec. 16 at Government Center. Last year, more than 40 area businesses, community groups and organizations decorated trees for the annual Festival of Trees. "We're hoping even more organizations take part in this festive event this year. We're always amazed at the creatively decorated trees," said Lynne Sullivan, Herald News editor-in-chief.

The event this year will include a performance by the up-and-coming musical trio B.L.C., a handbell performance, and the Sophisticated Swing Band, said Sandy Dennis, CAN organizer with her husband, Dave Dennis.

In addition to a collection of festively decorated trees to view, attendees will also find an array of holiday activities including Santa's arrival at 11:30 a.m. Santa will be handing out goodies for the kids from 11:30 through 12:30.

Additionally, there will be holiday sweets, a chocolate fountain, hot chocolate, and holiday shopping and free gift wrapping. A few other holiday surprises are also in store.

The Festival of Trees will be held at Government Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. "We are hoping that this will truly be a magical holiday experience," said Dennis.

Businesses, civic organizations, neighborhood groups and more are invited to sponsor a 6-foot tree for $50. The sponsor then decorates the tree however they choose.

To sponsor a tree, contact Sandy Dennis at 508-673-2939 or dendenllc@comcast.net or call Lynne Sullivan at 508-676-2568.

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